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35. Progress

jìn · Fire ☲ over Earth ☷

Growing recognition, visible progress — like the sun rising over the earth.

The Noble One's Path

Light emerging above the horizon. The Noble One brightens what is best in himself — progress is revealing what is already bright within, not building a facade.

The Lesson

Make use of a good moment, but stay modest. Success is the fruit of work, not a privilege.

A question to sit with

How do I keep up the pace of my growth while staying true to what brought me here?

Related hexagrams

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